Residents of Dauphin, Manitoba are seeing a shift in the weather this week as a persistent cold snap gives way to warmer temperatures. While conditions on the morning of Tuesday, May 5, 2026, were cold with a wind chill near -9°C, forecasts from Environment Canada indicate that temperatures will climb significantly over the coming days.
The warming trend is expected to bring a high of 8°C by Wednesday, reaching 15°C on Thursday and 19°C by Friday. Skies are expected to clear as the week progresses, providing better conditions for outdoor activities after a chilly start to the month. There are currently no weather alerts in effect for the area.
The rapid rise in temperature is also a focus for Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure, as the thaw will accelerate snowmelt across the Parkland region. Officials have previously noted that snowpack levels in the region are roughly double the long-term average. This high melt potential has led authorities to monitor for an increased risk of ice jams and overland flooding, particularly as Dauphin Lake was recently measured slightly above its upper operating level.
In addition to the changing weather, residents should be prepared for a routine test of the national emergency alert system. As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, Alert Ready will conduct its annual public test on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. This test message will appear on television, radio, and compatible wireless devices, and Canadians are unable to opt out of receiving it.
